Protein Loaded Sweet Potato Boats
These vibrant and wholesome sweet potato boats are filled with ground turkey, black beans, and cheese, topped with fresh ingredients for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes Choose firm, unblemished sweet potatoes.
- 1 lb ground turkey Can be substituted with beef, chicken, or a vegetarian option.
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed Can use canned or cooked from scratch.
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice) Feel free to mix cheeses.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for cooking turkey.
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- sour cream For serving.
- green onions Sliced for garnish.
- avocado Sliced or diced for serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and poke holes in them with a fork.
- Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes, or until tender.
Cooking
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the black beans to the skillet and mix well.
- Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and slice them in half.
- Scoop out a little of the flesh to create a boat shape, leaving the skin intact.
- Fill each sweet potato half with the turkey and bean mixture.
- Top generously with shredded cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For flavor enhancement, try adding chopped garlic or onions to the turkey mixture. Customize by switching out the ground turkey for beef, chicken, or a vegetarian option. Serve with a side of salsa for an extra kick.